
A fascinating destination in her own right,ย Westerdamย has won multiple Best Cruise Ship awards and features superb bar, entertainment and dining venues. During the day, rejuvenate with a spa treatment at the heavenly Greenhouse Spa & Salonยฎ. Head to the upper decks for a friendly game of Pickleball at Sea with top-deck views. Catch a performance at the World Stage or spend your evening on the dance floor at Rolling Stone Lounge.
Theย ms Westerdamย is the third in Holland America Line’s series of Vista-class ships. As such, she embraces the latest industry and environmental technologies such as her use of a diesel-electric power plant for optimal energy efficiency and an Azipod propulsion system. Most of her staterooms have ocean views and many have private verandahs.
The theme ofย ms Westerdam’s art collection is Dutch heritage in the New World. Art ranges from paintings of historic Dutch ships, such as Henry Hudson’s Half Moon, to a huge Indian silver-overlaid wood palace doorway, a bone tobacco pipe carved in the shape of a woman’s head to a collection of 5,000-year-old pre-Columbian carved limestone figures from Ecuador. Contemporary pieces include an original Andy Warhol portrait and signature sculptures by Sedona artist Susanna Holt.
Kosher Travelers is committed to providing all its meals of the highest quality and under strict Mehadrin kosher supervision. We choose a cruise ship based on their willingness and ability to accommodate our kashrut needs and have a cook/mashgiach travel with us to supervise kashrut and prepare our meals.
Rabbi Oren Duvdevani, the head and founder of GOK Kosher supervision https://kosher.global/ย known for many years as world expert in every issue concerning kosher ingredients, kosher supervision and kosher industry, for many Kosher Tour operators around the world. He is well known in Jewish Kehilot internationally.
Rabbi Oren Duvdevani is a Talmid Muvhak of Rabbi Yehudah Amital ztl and Rabbi Aharon Lichtenstein Ztl, Rosheyย Yeshiva of Har Ezion, where Rabbi Duvdevani learned for 12 years. He Has a Smichah Yore Yore from Rabbanut Harashit and for years served in seniors in Rabbinical positions and Kashrut supervision in Israel and Venezuela , Mexico, Italy, Russia, Turkey and India. He has also served as Rav Hamachshir for different cruise lines (MSC, Costa, Holland America). Besides his wide Halachic knowledge and experience,ย Rabbi Duvdevani is renowned for his knowledge in food technology, chemistry, and production processes and he always consults with Gedoley Haposkim.
Rabbi Duvdevani will be happy to answer any questions regarding his Hashgacha and Kashrut on our kosher cruises. Feel free to contact via email: rabbiod@gmail.com.
Comprehensive Travel Insurance covering trip cancellation, medical emergencies and luggage is mandatory at the time of reservation.
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Contact Tali +972 527699406ย tali@egertcohen.co.ilย https://www.egertcohen.co.il/travel/signup-kosher-travel.asp.
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Phone Josh: 18005782871
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Our guests all share a commitment to Shabbat and kosher observance, but there are no specific religious requirements to join our tours, cruises, or hotel programs. We wonโt ask about your personal religious practices.
We welcome a diverse group of Jewish, English-speaking travelers from all over the world and promote an inclusive, accepting atmosphere among our guests.
At Kosher Travelers, weโre passionate about more than just travel. We believe in exploring new horizons and experiencing breathtaking moments that inspire and transform.
DiscoverโฆThatโs why weโre dedicated to offering more than just vacations โ we create life-changing experiences. On a Kosher Travelers tour, every detail is thoughtfully arranged, so you can relax and fully enjoy every moment.
EnrichโฆWe understand that youโre looking for something more than just a trip. You want an experience thatโs both luxurious and meaningful, blending comfort and spirituality. Thatโs why we bring a Jewish dimension to each journey, providing the highest standards of kashrut and everything the kosher traveler needs.
ConnectโฆAbove all, when you travel with Kosher Travelers, you become part of a family. Our tours foster genuine connections, and lifelong friendships are often formed.
Come see for yourself the magic of a Kosher Travelers journey.
Discover, Enrich, and Connect โ and give yourself the gift of a lifetime.
CANCELLATION FEES AND REFUNDS POLICY:
If guest cancels their reservation the following fees apply:
All prices are per person in a double cabin
Inside Staterooms are the most affordable way to cruise. Ideal for anyone looking for Cabins that are stylish and comfortable at a good price.
Ocean view Premium Staterooms are cabins with large windows to admire the view or simply to enjoy the first rays of morning sunlight.
Unobstructed Balcony Premium cabins are comfortable cabins with an host of amenities including a private unobstructed balcony looking out over the sea to make your cruise simply unforgettable.
If guest cancels their reservation the following cancellation fees apply:
Weโre getting ready to takeoff back to NY and reviewing pix of our adventure – it was a pleasure to meet all of you – you enhanced our maiden voyage to Hawaii with your openness, friendliness, love of Torah, and all around warmth.
Wishing you all a Shabbat Shalom (and minimal jet lag) and a Happy Chanukah!
Thank you Kosher travelers for a job well done!
LโHitraot! Til we meet again!
Abe and Michaelle Zerykier
Hawai Dec 2022
Dear Chana, I want to thank you and David and your kids, for the amazing opportunity to spend Pesach in Rhodes with you in Gan Eden on earth🙂. Everything was perfect! You thought about the tiniest details, I was really impressed. The whole plan of that week was interesting, entertaining and in the highest level . The food was unbelievable. You are amazing!!!! ❤️❤️❤️ Shabbat shalom, Efrat
To David and Chana,
Thankย you so much for such a wonderful vacation to Batumi, Georgia in August 2022.ย It was truly a pleasure to not have to worry about aย single thing!! The delicious food and wonderful company only made it better. Chana, you are a master at taking care of people and paying attention to the little details.ย We definitely hope to be able to travel with you again sometime soon.
Lori and Seth Gerson, Chashmonaim, Israel
To my dear India friends,
I canโt believe our vacation is over, we had an amazing time and enjoyed every min of it! Thanks so much to kosher Travelers for putting together this wonderful group. The itinerary and all the support staff were truly superb!
Thanks again and enjoy the rest of the tour.
Zevy and Rivky Silberstein
India January 2023
Many thanks, Dina.
After the loss of my beloved wife Muriel ZโL last year I confess I was dreading my first Seder and Pesach in 63 years without her by my side. However once the position became clear, Rabbi David Lapin and Gilda Posner and their respective families lost no opportunity of involving us with them and with other guests, as well as in the program generally.
It is thanks to them that we enjoyed the Chag more than we had ever hoped for, and I shall be most grateful if you will convey my heartfelt thanks and that of my son and granddaughter to them for their empathy.
As to the program itself, I am happy to have been able to contribute something to its content and hope, IYโH, to be able to do so again in the future.
Kind regards and Shabbat Shalom
Many thanks for the special efforts on my behalf. The meals in Dublin were outstandingโฆ All the hotels were very beautiful and well located.
First time traveling with Kosher Travelers. We went to Rhodes Greece for Passover this year. Everything was amazing. The best kosher Passover program. The KT team was amazing. The food the entertainment was awesome. They really worked so hard to make sure all the guests were happy. Thank you KT team for one of the best Passover vacation. See you again soon
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